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    • The Fall 2025 Undergraduate Application is Open!

    Ready to join the Red Flash? We are currently accepting undergraduate applications for Fall 2025. Take the next step and apply today!

    A Path for Every Stage of your Journey

    At SFU, you will find career-focused, character-building programs that can help you move forward in every phase of your professional journey.

    Undergraduate Programs: 50+ career-focused majors and a vibrant campus life experience.

    Professional Studies: Flexible online degrees and workforce development programs.

    Graduate Programs:  Business, Healthcare, and Education degrees and certificates to advance your career.

    The Application Process

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    First-Year Students, you will need:

    • A completed application form (Upon your first submission, please review for any errors and click the submit button)
       
    • Official transcripts must be sent by your high school guidance office
       
    • See below for more information about standardized test scores (ACT/SAT).

    When to apply: To receive full consideration for admission and merit scholarships, we suggest that you complete the application by May 1st of your senior year.

     

    Application Deadlines: 

    • Fall Start:  August 1
    • Spring Start:  January 1

    First-Year Admission Information

    • Admissions Standards

      The admissions process and requirements for various programs are outlined in our University catalog. You may also reach out to your admissions counselor at any time to help you find the answers. 

    • Standardized Testing

      Saint Francis University does not require standardized testing (ACT or SAT) for undergraduate admission; however, some accelerated programs do use a test-optional review process.  See the information below to view which majors use a test-optional review process.  If you would like to submit your ACT or SAT scores, you can choose one of the following options:

      • Submit your official scores from SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) or ACT (American College Testing Program):
        • through your student portal within SAT/ACT testing sites,
        • or send by email to admissions@francis.edu,
        • or have your high school counseling office send them through the Common App or through Parchment.
    • Transcripts

      Do I need complete transcripts to start the application process? 

      • You can start the process with a transcript of completed academic work through your junior year.
      • You are encouraged to submit your mid-year grades from your senior year once they have become available.
      • Your official final transcript, indicating proof of graduation, must be submitted prior to the start of classes.

      Where do I submit my transcripts?

      Saint Francis University
      Office of Admissions
      169 Lakeview Drive
      PO Box 600
      Loretto PA 15940

       

      Are there alternative ways to submit my transcripts?

      Yes.  We work through Parchment therefore you can request that your school submit your transcript through this platform.

    • Test Optional Information

      Saint Francis University uses a “test-blind” admissions process and does not require standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) for undergraduate admission; however, some accelerated programs do use a test-optional review process that allows applicants to be reviewed either with or without test scores. Below is a listing of accelerated programs that use a test-optional admissions process and the necessary criteria for admission: 

      • Accelerated MBA program in Accounting 
        • Requirements include: 
          • 3.0 GPA 1140 SAT/22 ACT 
          • Test optional: 3.5 GPA 
      • Accelerated MBA program in Business Analytics 
        • Requirements include: 
          • 3.0 GPA 1140 SAT/22 ACT 
          • Test optional: 3.5 GPA
      • Accelerated MBA program in Economics 
        • Requirements include: 
          • 3.0 GPA 1140 SAT/22 ACT 
          • Test optional: 3.5 GPA 
      • Accelerated MBA program in Finance 
        • Requirements include: 
          • 3.0 GPA 1140 SAT/22 ACT 
          • Test optional: 3.5 GPA 
      • Accelerated MBA program in Management 
        • Requirements include: 
          • 3.0 GPA 1140 SAT/22 ACT 
          • Test optional: 3.5 GPA 
      • Accelerated MBA program in Management Information Systems 
        • Requirements include: 
          • 3.0 GPA 1140 SAT/22 ACT 
          • Test optional: 3.5 GPA 
      • Accelerated MBA program in Marketing 
        • Requirements include: 
          • 3.0 GPA 1140 SAT/22 ACT 
          • Test optional: 3.5 GPA
      • Accelerated MHRM program in Management 
        • Requirements include: 
          • 3.0 GPA 1140 SAT/22 ACT 
          • Test optional: 3.5 GPA
      • Nursing (4-year BSN) 
        • Requirements include: 
          • 3.0 GPA 1080 SAT/21 ACT 
          • Test optional: 3.0 GPA 
      • Occupational Therapy (Accelerated Health Science BS to MOT, 3+2) 
        • Requirements include: 
          • 3.0 GPA 1080 SAT/21 ACT 
          • Test optional: 3.4 GPA
      • Physical Therapy (Accelerated Health Science BS or Exercise Physiology BS to DPT, 3+3) 
        • Requirements include: 
          • 3.5 GPA 11210 SAT/25 ACT 
          • Test optional: 3.7 GPA w/ Calculus
      • Physician Assistant Science (Accelerated Health Science BS to MPAS, 3+2) 
        • Requirements include: 
          • 3.5 GPA 1220 SAT/25 ACT 
          • Test optional: 3.7 GPA w/ 3 years of Science courses (including Chemistry, Biology), 4 years of Math courses, and 4 years of English courses

      Common Application:  email admissions@francis.edu to let us know that you are applying for test-optional admission.   

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    Transfer students, you will need:

    • A completed application form 
       
    • Official transcript(s) from all post-secondary and high school institutions attended
       
    • College Clearance Form (for students who left an institution for reasons other than graduation)
       
    • SAT/ACT scores or Test-Optional Alternative (see above)

    When to apply: Below are suggested deadlines to apply; we follow a rolling admission process for most programs:

    • Fall Start:  August 1
    • Spring Start:  January 1

    Who is a transfer student? A transfer student has been enrolled in a college or university after high school and has completed twelve or more college credits and wishes to enroll in a degree-seeking program on a full-time basis (12 or more credits)

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    International Students, you will need:

    • A completed application
    • Transcripts must be converted to the U.S. Academic Scale using an official credential evaluation service.  Saint Francis works most commonly with SpanTran
    • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreight Language) or the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) scores.  Saint Francis does not accept DuoLingo scores.
    • Certified financial affidavit with official bank statement, stamp, or seal.

    When to apply: 

    • Fall Start Application Deadline:  June 30
    • Spring Start Application Deadline:  November 15

    International Student Admission Information

    • International Financial Requirements and I-20 Information

      Please visit our International Student Page for more Information

    • International Health & Immunization Requirements

      Please visit our International Student Page for more Information

    • Testing

      Everything from online practice tests, to information on how to register for a test in your home country.

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    Graduate Students 

    Enrollment in graduate studies is handled through individual academic departments and may have varying admission criteria, deadlines, and programs of study details. 

     

    A-Z List of Graduate Programs

     

     

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    Professional Studies Students will need:

    • A completed application 
       
    • Official transcripts for all post-secondary study (If no prior college courses, then a copy of your high school transcripts or GED required)
       
    • Visiting Students  (non-SFU students taking individual courses) complete the  Non-SFU Registration 
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    College In High School Students, learn more about...

    • Dual Enrollment: Earn both college and high school credits. High school teachers lead classes in an in-person classroom. 
       
    • Career Development Series:  Earn both college and high school credits. SFU online courses along with other high school students.
       
    • Online Courses: Get a head start! Take any online courses through Division of Professional Studies.

    Free Transfer Credit Evaluation 

     

    • Want to see how the college courses you've already taken will transfer to Saint Francis University? 
    • Are you a first- or second-year high school student who would like our advisors to guide you through choosing your college in high school classes to help you best prepare for college? 
    • Are you an active-duty military servicemember and want to know how your military education, training, and prior learning can help you fast-track your degree? 


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    Email your transcript or your questions to transcripteval@francis.edu

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